Nicole DeCesare
Orlando,FL
Summary
Passionate Registered Behavior Technician with experience serving clients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments. Currently pursuing my Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis and working towards becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Building Blocks Behavior Interventions
Orlando, Florida
03.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate data collection, recording, and graphing techniques as required by program protocols.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines set forth by BACB.
- Utilized technology and software for data collection, analysis, and reporting purposes.
- Provided parent training sessions to reinforce strategies and techniques used in therapy sessions.
- Assisted clients in developing adaptive skills for increased independence.
- Conducted behavioral assessments to determine baseline behaviors and identify specific needs of clients.
- Collected information through observation, interviews or surveys.
- Assisted in the implementation of behavior support plans designed to reduce challenging behaviors while promoting positive interactions between clients and their environment.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and other behavior modification techniques to encourage progress.
- Designed, developed and updated specific social or communication programming for individual clients according to presenting needs.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and best practice guidelines.
- Implemented positive reinforcement procedures to increase desired behaviors while decreasing undesired behaviors.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Trained parents on the implementation of effective behavior management techniques.
- Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
- Developed crisis intervention plans for use during emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessment results and interventions used.
- Analyzed data collected from program evaluations and made recommendations for improvements.
- Educated staff members on proper behavioral management procedures.
- Conducted functional assessments to identify target behaviors, antecedents, and consequences.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Clinical Assistant
ABA Alliance Therapy, LLC
Orlando, Florida
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with special projects as needed by researching information on the internet or through other sources.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Checked benefits and eligibility with insurance providers.
- Performed screening calls by phone with potential clients.
- Reviewed faxes, voicemails, and checked mail daily.
- Audited client files and reviewed treatment plans for Clinical Director.
Registered Behavior Technician
ABA Alliance Therapy, LLC
Orlando, Florida
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of client's goals and objectives.
- Assisted in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments to identify target behaviors and develop strategies for reduction and elimination.
- Assisted in the collaboration with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to ensure successful implementation of interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with clients.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Assisted in the administration of assessments such as the ABLLS-R, VB MAPP, AFLS.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior 180, LLC
Orlando, FL
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked in-home with preschool-aged client with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in the home and community.
- Responsible for collecting data on the improvement or lack thereof in the abilities of the client.
Assistant Montessori Teacher
Central Florida Preparatory School
Apopka, FL
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Used Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques to develop student's full potential and treated each child with dignity and respect.
- Prepared environment where furnishings and materials corresponded to class needs and paid careful attention to maintaining clean, orderly and attractive Montessori learning area.
- Delivered Montessori lessons with aim of promoting coordination, concentration, independence and order in safe and positive learning environment.
- Maintained classroom supplies, inventory and stock.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Teacher
Christ The King Lutheran Preschool
Orlando, FL
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Worked one-on-one with students to create individualized lesson plans to increase progress.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development.
- Observed children and recorded activities, maintained daily records and created safe environments during activities, meals and naps.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN07-2024
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL05.2022
FCCPC - Early Childhood Education
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL05-2022
Registered Behavior Technician Training Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
University Of Central Florida
Orlando, FL11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, INMaster of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, INSkills
- Ability to encourage independence
- Self-directed activity
- Excellent classroom management
- CPR/First-aid certified
- Organizational skills
- Effectively work with parents
- Understanding of child development
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Calm and patient
- ABA techniques
- Data collection
- QBS Safety-Care Trained
Timeline
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Building Blocks Behavior Interventions
03.2025 - Current
Clinical Assistant
ABA Alliance Therapy, LLC
06.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
ABA Alliance Therapy, LLC
09.2021 - 03.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior 180, LLC
04.2021 - 08.2021
Assistant Montessori Teacher
Central Florida Preparatory School
08.2020 - 05.2021
Teacher
Christ The King Lutheran Preschool
08.2016 - 05.2020
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Florida Gateway College
FCCPC - Early Childhood Education
Florida Gateway College
Registered Behavior Technician Training Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
University Of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
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